eas fors
waterfall
On Mull’s west coast, Eas Fors is one of the island’s most dramatic waterfalls — and unusually, it’s made up of three separate falls. The first tumbles from the hills into a dark, peaty pool; the second drops again further downstream; and the third plunges straight from the cliffs into Loch Tuath below. It’s a spectacular sight after rain, when the water thunders over the rocks, but even on a calm day the setting is beautiful, with sweeping views across to the Isle of Ulva and beyond.
A short path from the roadside leads to viewpoints over the middle and upper falls, but take care — the rocks can be slippery and the drops are sheer. If you’re visiting in summer, keep an eye out for dragonflies around the pools and wildflowers growing in the damp ground.
Getting there: Eas Fors is about a 25-minute drive from Tobermory, heading west on the B8073 towards Calgary. The waterfall sits close to the road just before you reach the hamlet of Kilbrennan. There’s a small lay-by for parking nearby, but space is limited — please leave room for other vehicles and passing traffic. Good walking shoes are recommended, as the path can be muddy in wet weather.
